July 27, 2024, 12:11 AM - 2 min read
Wearing a massive white plume, the American star performed the popular French song Mon truc en plumes, which translates to ‘My thing with feathers,’ originally sung by dancer and singer Zizi (Renée) Jeanmaire in 1962.
Read moreJuly 26, 2024, 11:34 PM - 2 min read
The opening ceremony of the Olympic Games began with the 'Parade of the Nations' in Paris with athletes from 205 countries sailing down the iconic Seine river on boats, marking a dreamy break from tradition despite rain threatening to play spoilsport.
Read moreJuly 25, 2024, 08:54 AM - 2 min read
At the first modern Olympics in 1896, in Athens, athletes simply entered the stadium to hear speeches and a specially composed hymn – though more than 50,000 spectators still attended.
Read moreJuly 11, 2024, 07:56 PM - 2 min read
They are coloured a rather sporty red and represent the French Phrygian cap, often seen on Marianne, the embodiment of the French Republic, who represents the country’s values of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity.
Read moreJuly 11, 2024, 05:53 PM - 2 min read
With spectators watching from the quays, 94 boats carrying national delegations will sail past the heart of the city where key games centres and arenas are located for athletes to test their skills and prowess against their competitors.
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